delectables
Fine food items
Delectables are things that are delicious or delightful, especially food.
The word carries a slightly playful or indulgent tone, suggesting treats rather than necessities: The bakery displayed its delectables in the window.
Often used for sweets, appetizers, or other small pleasures.
Extremely appealing to eat
- succulentMoist and flavorful
- savoryAppetizing, not sweet
- lusciousRichly pleasing to senses
- toothsomeDeliciously appetizing
scrumptious · ambrosial · appetizing · palatable · flavorful · tantalizing · irresistible · divine
Frosted baked dessert
- pieCrust-enclosed baked dish
- tiramisuLayered Italian coffee dessert
- cheesecakeCream-filled dessert, crumb crust
- macaronsFrench filled meringue cookies
eclair · pavlova · brownie · mousse · gelato · flan · profiteroles · baklava
Something pleasantly special
- luxuryExpensive nonessential comfort
- splurgeSpend freely, impulsively
- decadenceMoral decline through excess
- temptationUrge toward the unwise
craving · sinful · rich · forbidden · pampering · gratification · hedonism · savoring
Connoisseur of sensual pleasures
- connoisseurExpert in matters of taste
- gastronomyScience of fine dining
- MichelinFrench tire manufacturer
- sommelierTrained wine service professional
degustation · truffle · caviar · charcuterie · sashimi · omakase · culinary · rarefied
mouthwatering
Extremely appealing to eat
toothsome · scrumptious · ambrosial · appetizing · palatable · flavorful · tantalizing · irresistible · divine · exquisite
cake
Frosted baked dessert
- pieCrust-enclosed baked dish
- tiramisuLayered Italian coffee dessert
- cheesecakeCream-filled dessert, crumb crust
macarons · eclair · pavlova · brownie · mousse · gelato · flan · profiteroles · baklava · tart
treat
Something pleasantly special
- luxuryExpensive nonessential comfort
- splurgeSpend freely, impulsively
- decadenceMoral decline through excess
temptation · craving · sinful · rich · forbidden · pampering · gratification · hedonism · savoring · reward
epicurean
Connoisseur of sensual pleasures
- connoisseurExpert in matters of taste
- gastronomyScience of fine dining
- MichelinFrench tire manufacturer
sommelier · degustation · truffle · caviar · charcuterie · sashimi · omakase · culinary · rarefied · exquisite
delectableshardtack
Imperishable unleavened wafer
gruel · slop · bread and water · rations · staples
delectablesbland food
Unseasoned, tasteless cuisine
cardboard · sawdust · pablum · mush · wallpaper paste